Michael McCullough
Eagan,MN
Summary
Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Self-Employed
08.2018 - Current
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
- Mitigated risks by developing comprehensive contingency plans for various potential scenarios.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Maintenance Squadron Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Performs work-planning responsibilities
- Plans work on a weekly or monthly basis establishing deadlines and work sequences planning work assignments based on general work schedules methods and policies set by higher levels of supervision
- Supervises 300+ military and civilian personnel to complete aircraft maintenance actions on 32 assigned aircraft
- Participate in budget preparation and administration, coordinating purchasing and documentation, and monitoring departmental expenditures
- Confer with personnel, such as management, engineering, quality control, customer, and union workers representatives, to coordinate work activities, resolve employee grievances, and identify and review resource needs
- Applies Equal Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and optimizing workflows.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and addressing potential issues promptly.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful new product launches and transitions into mass production.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues and implemented corrective actions, minimizing recurrence of errors or defects.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
Maintenance Section Chief
United States. Air Force
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Manages maintenance and staff activities engaged in planning, inspecting, repairing and servicing aircraft, and aerospace equipment
- Directs and controls and performs aircraft systems maintenance activities
- Plans and organizes aircraft systems maintenance activities
- Serves as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems
- Evaluates proficiency reports, reviews quality assurance reports, monitors trends and ensures safe quality maintenance
- Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures
- Monitor employees work levels and review work performance
- Conduct or arrange for worker training in safety, repair, and maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or equipment use.
- Enhanced team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for daily operations.
- Increased project completion rates with effective delegation and priority assignment.
- Spearheaded change management initiatives that resulted in improved adaptability among team members during periods of transition.
- Coordinated safety improvement activities and training to promote safety awareness.
Instructor/Instructor Supervisor
United Staes Air Force
06.2008 - 05.2012
- Supervise 8 instructors evaluating performance associated with classroom and hands-on maintenance training
- Maintain and control maintenance actions on 2 trainers and 16 training devises valued at $7M
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
- Conduct on-the-job training classes or training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, or methods of designated subjects
- Develop teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials
- Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction
- Performed Quality Assurance inspections on 8 different maintenance careers, determining training effectiveness and quality instructional presentations
- Ensured training aircraft and equipment quality safety checks and follow up maintenance were performed.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
Maintenance Fuel System Technician
United Sates Air Force
01.1993 - 05.2012
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced downtime for machines through proactive identification and resolution of technical issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of complex projects.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for process improvements and resource optimization.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Education
MBA -
Strayer University
06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Columbia Southern University
03.2013
Associate of Applied Science -
Columbia Southern University
09.2012
Associate in Instructor of Technology -
Community College of the Air Force
03.2009
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Customer Relations
- Mentorship Implementation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Speaking
- Technical Knowledge
- Willingness to Travel
- Contract Management
- Staff Management
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
Certification
- Professional Manager Certification. Community College of the Air Force, October 2012
- Instructional System Development Certification, Community College of the Air Force, September 2011
- Occupational Instructor Certification , Community College of the Air Force, October 2010
On Ice Official
- 01/01/99, Present, USA Hockey - Level 4
- 01/01/18, 01/01/19, ECHL - East Coast Hockey League
- 01/01/05, 01/01/10, CHL - Central Hockey League
- 01/01/00, 01/01/22, ACHA - American Collegiate Hockey Association
- 01/01/04, 01/01/06, NAHL - North American Hockey League
- 01/01/02, 01/01/19, WSHL - Western States Hockey League - Referee
Off Ice Official
- 01/01/00, 01/01/04, AHL - American Hockey League - Utah
- 01/01/02, 01/01/02, Winter Olympics - Salt Lake City, Utah
- 01/01/00, 01/01/00, IIHF - 4 Nations Women's Cup - Provo, UT
- 01/01/00, 01/01/00, IIHF - 5 Nations Mens Cup West Valley City, UT
References
- Ken Reinhard, Director, USA Hockey Referee Section, Referee-In-Chief, Rocky Mountain District, (817)994-7818, ken@kkjreinhard.net
- Matt Tiesling, Director of Amateur Free Agents, Vegas Golden Knights, 1550 S. Pavilion Center Dr., Las Vegas, NV, 89135, 651-245-0405, mtiesling@VegasGoldenKnights.com
- Michael Sauer, Former NHL Player, (320)282-2148, sauer8787@gmail.com
- Stephane Veilleux, Former NHL Player, (612)619-0072, stephv19@hotmail.com
Timeline
Business Owner
Self-Employed
08.2018 - Current
Maintenance Squadron Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
01.2013 - 07.2014
Maintenance Section Chief
United States. Air Force
05.2012 - 01.2013
Instructor/Instructor Supervisor
United Staes Air Force
06.2008 - 05.2012
Maintenance Fuel System Technician
United Sates Air Force
01.1993 - 05.2012
MBA -
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Applied Science -
Columbia Southern University
Associate in Instructor of Technology -
Community College of the Air Force